To celebrate Earth Week 2019, we’re taking a look at some of the most ingenious and innovative ways to deal with the epidemic of plastic in our oceans. April 22nd marks Earth Day —an annual event dedicated to tackling climate change, promoting sustainability, and protecting endangered species. Dating back to 1970, the first Earth Day...

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The benefits of waste management for businesses, and the world as a whole, cannot be underestimated. However, the industry itself is also facing a variety of challenges that must be overcome before we can truly begin to tackle our growing waste problem. We spoke with our co-founder and chief operating officer, Adam Pasquale, to get...

Reduce, reuse, recycle—it’s fast becoming a mantra of the Anthropocene, a maxim highlighting our increasing impact on the global environment. Some estimates suggest that the world’s trash pile is set to grow by 70% by the year 2050, and every aspect of the way in which we manage our waste is coming under increased scrutiny....

“It is an honor B Corp has recognized RTS as Best for Environment which is a reflection of our team’s relentless dedication and determined commitment to develop innovative waste management solutions. This shared mission drives us every day to make a positive influence in all we do and hope this recognition will encourage others to...

What’s in the Pipeline for Zero Waste NYC? July 19, 2016 marked an important date on the calendar for New York’s food establishments. It was the date that the NYC Department of Sanitation’s (DSNY) Commercial Organics Rules came into play, bringing eco-friendly air into the city. Since that time, businesses involved in the preparation, sale,...

Back in the 1950s, plastic was the future. It was the original wonder material; cheap, versatile, easily manufactured, and a key driver of the global post-war economic boom. While materials such as rubber and Bakelite had been around for a long time, it was the second wave of plastics developed during the war that ensured...